The Delhi High Court ruled that a husband’s financial instability, along with failed efforts to earn and resulting abusive behavior, can cause mental cruelty to the wife. The court granted divorce on these grounds.
A 29-year-old woman from Karnataka filed a police complaint after learning that her husband is gay. She accused him of cheating, emotional abuse, and physical assault during their three-year marriage.
The Kerala High Court ruled that a husband constantly comparing his wife to other women and insulting her for not meeting his expectations is mental cruelty and valid reason for divorce.
The Karnataka High Court ruled that insulting a spouse over their complexion and making false accusations of illicit relationships constitutes cruelty. The court granted the husband’s divorce, overturning the family court’s earlier decision.
A Mumbai court has ordered tennis player Leander Paes to pay maintenance and rent to his ex-partner, model-actor Rhea Pillai, following findings of domestic abuse. The court concluded that Paes committed emotional and economic violence, and must provide financial support if Pillai decides to leave their shared residence.
